Miele KM 2354 Operating And Installation Instructions page 12

Warning and Safety instructions
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For added protection, it is advisable
to use heat-resistant pot holders or
gloves when using the appliance.
Ensure that they do not come into
contact with the flames. Do not use
large cloths, tea towels or similar as the
ends could touch the flames and catch
fire.
Take care not to let these items get
damp or wet as this causes heat to
transfer through the material more
quickly with the risk of scalding or
burning yourself.
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Do not use the appliance as a
resting place for anything else. The
article could melt or catch fire if
residual heat is still present or if the
appliance is switched on by mistake.
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Do not cover the appliance, e.g.
with a covering plate, a cloth, kitchen
foil, etc. If the appliance is switched on
by mistake, or if there is residual heat
present, these materials may catch fire,
shatter or melt.
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Do not use plastic or aluminium foil
containers. These melt at high
temperatures and could catch fire.
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Do not heat up unopened tins of
food on the hob as pressure will build
up in the tin, causing it to explode. This
could result in injury and scalding or
damage.
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Make sure all the components of the
gas burners have been correctly
assembled before switching on.
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Pans must be the correct size for the
burner they are used on (see "Pots &
Pans"). A pan which is too small will be
unstable on the pan support. If the pan
diameter is too large, flames can
spread out to the sides and damage or
burn the worktop, wall claddings or
surrounding units and also parts of the
cooktop. Miele will not accept liability
for any damage resulting from such
incorrect use.
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Ensure that the flames from the
burner do not spread out beyond the
base and up the sides of the pan.
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Unless the pan manufacturer states
that you can do so, do not use pans
with very thin bases on this cooktop,
and never heat up empty pans as they
could get damaged. This could also
damage the appliance.
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Always use the pan support
supplied. Never place a pot or pan on
the burner itself.
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Do not store any inflammable
objects near the gas cooktop.
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Do not spray aerosols in the vicinity
of this appliance while in operation.
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Remove splashes of fat and other
food debris from the surface as soon as
possible. These are a fire hazard.
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Replace the pan supports carefully
to avoid scratching the surface of the
cooktop.